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Welcome to William Peace University! We offer programs for both traditional undergraduate students and online/hybrid classes through our School of Professional Studies. Find your path to Peace here.
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Peace has a long history as one of the city’s oldest universities. Find out more about our institution in the heart of downtown Raleigh.
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Through 160 years, William Peace University has evolved to meet the changing needs of the students we serve.
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Peace offers more than 30 degree programs and additional minors with in-person and online options. Every course is four credit hours and includes immersive learning experiences.
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In August 2026, Triangle Business Journal announced its annual Community Champion Awards winners including Sara Stephens ’03, a Peace graduate who built a career in nonprofit leadership and service-oriented work.
Learn how Peace helped Fortune Feimster '02 her build the skills that led to a career in comedy and worldwide acclaim in entertainment.
The RN to BSN program at William Peace University, with its flexibility for working nurses and faculty dedicated to supporting students, creates pathways to career advancement for professionals like Jason Wilson.
William Peace University celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. S. David Frazier, former president of Peace College, who passed away on Friday, July 24, 2026.
Domingo (“Derek”) Hernandez-Martinez ’23 came to William Peace University with one clear goal: to run for the cross country team. But running would turn out to be only the beginning of his path at Peace – a path that saw him grow as a dedicated researcher and discover a passion for education that would shape his future.
As a non-traditional student, BJ Davis '10 brought clear passion to Peace. Her studies provided the intellectual framework to transform her local leadership work into a global enterprise.
Two sisters found their academic home at Peace, where faculty mentors helped them launch highly successful careers in the healthcare field.
Thanks to the generosity of Roc Sansotta and Amira Lopez-Sansotta, William Peace University has established a new scholarship to support students in pursuit of their educational dreams. The Roc and Amira Lopez-Sansotta Endowed Scholarship was inspired by the late Roc’s deep belief in hard work, faith, and expanding opportunities for young people — values shaped both by his own life journey and by his family’s connection to Peace. Roc, a self-made real estate entrepreneur and founder of Cove Realty in the Outer Banks, did not have the opportunity to graduate from college himself. But he took great pride in seeing his stepdaughter Jessica Coscia ’01 earn her degree from Peace, then known as Peace College. Throughout his career, Roc informally mentored aspiring professionals, often funding real estate classes and licensing fees to help young people enter the field. “He didn’t have that kind of support,” Coscia said. “So he wanted to give back in that way.” After Roc’s unexpected passing on Valentine’s Day last year, the family began searching for a meaningful way to honor his memory. Creating a scholarship at Peace felt like a natural extension of both his values and his love for the University community. A Deep…
William Peace University graduate Lakimia 'Kim' Eason was named Teacher of the Year at Kingswood Elementary.
Abbe Fralix talks about her time on stage, and how William Peace University prepared her for her current career in theater.
Alumna Peggy (Garner) Britt ’56 has made the largest single gift in William Peace University history, donating $5 million to benefit scholarships.
William Peace University students get a chance to prepare for future job searches with annual mock interviews.
Six William Peace University graduates are heading to law school in the fall, a testament to the Criminal Justice program.
Alumna Beth Lawrence established a scholarship fund to help other students benefit from the unique learning environment at Peace.
William Peace University honors 164 graduates during 2025 Commencement ceremony.
New Director of Development for Major Gifts and Partnerships John Strickroot hopes to have a big impact at Peace.
